The Southland Tribune; Edition #133
"Everyone you meet always asks you if you have a career are married or own a house; as if life is like a grocery list. But nobody ever asks if you are happy." - Heath Ledger.
ILT to get helping hand from world-class mixologist
Spotlight on Southland Sport: Friday Edition
Roger Clark: Highlanders-Southland relationship strong
Out & About… Celtica at the Civic Theatre
ILT to get helping hand from world-class mixologist
It’s been said that putting together the perfect cocktail is an art. The ILT recognises that. As part of its wider training programme, the ILT is making moves to upskill its staff in the art of cocktail making. (READ MORE HERE).
Spotlight on Southland Sport: Friday Edition
Checkout today’s Spotlight on Southland Sport where we delve into some Stags news ahead of Stag Day (Southland-Otago) on Saturday night, we also touch on what motorsport driver Brendon Leitch is up to and have a look at the sporting weekend ahead. (READ MORE HERE).
Roger Clark: Highlanders-Southland relationship strong
Invercargill-based SBS Bank has extended its sponsorship of the Highlanders for a further two years and Highlanders CEO Roger Clark says its Southland ties are as strong as ever. (READ MORE HERE).
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Quick Quiz….
Former Invercargill lad Chris Mac is the bass guitarist for which NZ band?
What is the annual Southland-Otago NPC rugby clash best known as?
When does the whitebait season start and finish?
Which Southland politician made an appearance on TV programme Seven Days last night (Thursday)?
The Community Trust South has announced it is putting how much towards the new museum build in Invercargill?
SCROLL TO BOTTOM FOR ANSWERS)
Out & About….
Celtica - September 3, 7.30pm - Civic Theatre, Invercargill
From the producers of the smash hit show Celtic Illusion, comes the most exhilarating dance production of 2023!
Celtica, a high octane modern Irish dance show will storm the stages of New Zealand on its national tour in 2023.
Starring an elite troupe of dancers, including stars of Riverdance and Celtic Illusion, Celtica is the stage event not to be missed.
Prepare to be mesmerised as you’re transported to the Emerald Isle. Witness first-hand some of the fastest taps in the world, awe inspiring contemporary Irish music and spectacular costumes. This show stopping performance takes the passion and power of Irish dance into the 20th century!
Whether it be a night out with the family or friends, let Celtica enthrall and entertain you.
In case you missed it….
Heartbreak: Javelin thrower Tori Peeters has come up just short in her quest to book a spot in the final at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. The Southlander was attempting to become the first New Zealand female in history to reach a global (Olympics or World Championships) javelin final. (READ MORE HERE).
Please explain: The Invercargill City Council has voted unanimously to ask that Great South explain why a planned oat milk plant is now heading to Canterbury. (READ MORE HERE).
Ranking rise: Invercargill MP Penny Simmonds has been propelled up the National Party list rankings and could be in line for a key role in a potential National-led Government. (READ MORE HERE).
Quiz Answers….
Six60 2. Stag Day 3. September 1 to October 30 4. Gore Mayor Ben Bell 5. $5 million